Community Engagement Facilitator

• Actively learns about safeguarding and integrates it into their work, including safeguarding risks and mitigations related to their area of work
• Practices the values of Mercy Corps including respecting the dignity and well-being of participants and fellow team members
• Encourages openness and communication in their team; encourages team members to submit reports if they have any concerns using reporting mechanisms e.g., Integrity Hotline and other options.

• Lead community sensitization efforts regarding project objectives, targeting criteria, and beneficiary registration.
• Facilitate coordination with local authorities, community leaders, and stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation of activities.
• Assist in the development of detailed monthly implementation plans and support the registration and verification of target households.
• Monitor field activities, identify challenges, and support timely resolution in collaboration with the project team.
• Participate in needs assessments and ensure accurate documentation of findings.
• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly progress reports to the WASH Officer and Project Manager.
• Analyze assessment data and contribute to reporting on community needs, project impact, and lessons learned.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community members, local authorities, and partner organizations.
• Support the documentation of success stories and best practices in collaboration with the WASH Officer and Project Manager.
• Maintain awareness of the local security, political, and cultural context to ensure safe and effective project delivery.
• Ensure adherence to Mercy Corps’ protocols, safety standards, and ethical guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

• Ensure timely and accurate reporting and documentation in coordination with the WASH Officer, Project Manager, and other team members.

• Represent Mercy Corps in community meetings and stakeholder engagements within the project areas.

• Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
• Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policie

• Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically

• Minimum of a 14th-grade education in social sciences, law, nutrition, economics, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in WASH or community-based programming.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage in diverse communities.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in challenging environments.
• Familiarity with child protection and gender-sensitive programming.
• Experience working with community-based structures and local governance systems.
• Knowledge of the western provinces, particularly Herat, is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in English and Pashto (spoken and written); Dari is an asset.
• Competency in Microsoft Office applications and basic data management tools.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and commitment to humanitarian principles.

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